All the Rage

Commentary on the scientific study of anger

by Ryan Martin, Ph.D.

“I Can’t Believe Someone Would Do That!” Why Parents Get Mad at Other Parents.

By Ryan Martin, Ph.D. on February 2, 2012 in All the Rage

Why do people get angry about other people's parenting decisions? On the surface, it does not really make sense. Typically, we get angry when we are provoked, when we think we have been treated unfairly, and when we feel we have been harmed. So why would anyone care if another parent lets his or her child play with food at the dinner table? Read More

i think people pass judgement

Submitted by Anonymous on February 2, 2012 - 8:37am.

i think people pass judgement on other parents as do I because we all have different ideas on what will create a decent adult/human being. And if we are honest, yes mostly what you allow, or teach your children only effects you. But once your child gets older the things you teach your child or dont teach them becomes everyone your child( later adult child) comes into contact with problem also.